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British Open: Baldwin hits 'terrifying' opening shot after missing World Cup semi due to early start
SOUTHPORT, England (AP) - Matthew Baldwin had the honor of hitting the opening tee shot of the British Open at Royal Birkdale, where the Englishman has been a member for 23 years after growing up in t...
The Canadian Press 17h ago

LeBron James says he isn't ready to reveal a decision on his future, doesn't offer any hints
NEW YORK (AP) - If LeBron James knows where he will play this coming season, he's still not saying. The NBA's career scoring king and current free agent spoke publicly for the first time in weeks Thur...
The Canadian Press 17h ago

Vancouver works to avoid 'great sigh' in the wake of World Cup hosting duties
VANCOUVER - As the FIFA banners come down across Vancouver and barriers are removed from BC Place, Destination Vancouver's CEO Royce Chwin says the city is working to avoid what he calls "the great si...
The Canadian Press 22h ago

Flyers lock up Trevor Zegras with a 4-year deal worth $9.125M per year
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - The Philadelphia Flyers have reached a four-year contract agreement with forward Trevor Zegras with an average annual value of $9.125 million, the team announced on Wednesday night...
The Canadian Press Jul 15, 2026

Former Argos standout defensive lineman Jim Corrigall dies at the age of 80
TORONTO - Jim Corrigall, the standout Canadian defensive lineman who spurned the NFL for a career with the Toronto Argonauts, has died. He was 80. Kent State, Corrigall's alma mater, announced his pas...
The Canadian Press Jul 15, 2026

Cotter, Barker of Kamloops to join B.C. Curling Hall of Fame
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops product Jim Cotter and Kamloops Curling Club member Dianne Barker are part of the B.C. Curling Hall of Fame's Class of 2026, along with Melissa Soligo of Trail. Cotter has an exten...
Pattison Media Jul 15, 2026 Jim Cotter (Image Credit: CFJC Today/Anthony Corea)

A'ja Wilson is drafted No. 1 as Cooper and Weatherspoon pick WNBA All-Star teams
Four-time MVP A'ja Wilson was selected first in the WNBA All-Star draft for the exhibition game that will be played on July 25 in Chicago. Acting as honorary general managers, WNBA greats Cynthia Coop...
The Canadian Press Jul 15, 2026

Alouettes receiver Tyler Snead shows his versatility by throwing TD pass
Tyler Snead is perfect as a CFL passer and now has a touchdown strike to his credit, but Davis Alexander need not worry about his job as the Montreal Alouettes starting quarterback. Snead hit Canadian...
The Canadian Press Jul 15, 2026

The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
The best offense. The best defense. The World Cup final is set, and fittingly, a clash of styles awaits. Lionel Messi - the most prolific goalscorer in the tournament's history - and defending champio...
The Canadian Press Jul 15, 2026

Gauld expected to return as reinvigorated Vancouver Whitecaps make second-half push
VANCOUVER - It's been 16 months since Ryan Gauld was in the Vancouver Whitecaps' starting lineup for a Major League Soccer game. That could change when the team returns from the FIFA World Cup break. ...
The Canadian Press Jul 15, 2026

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